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Backstroke

I am always fascinated by backstroke swimming. You can’t comprehend the incredible power of propulsion at the command of human limbs until you analyse a race in reverse gear, complete with the athlete’s natural compass which facilitates lane discipline.  Having watched recent developments regarding constitutional amendments and suggestions on changing from the current presidential system Read More…

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Nigerian democracy as a pole vault

Nigerians celebrated twenty five years of Democracy  last Wednesday, June 12. I did not mean to dampen the enthusiasm. I am not a killjoy.  But democracy is not a declaration, it is  a praxis. It is not what we wish, but what we live.  Is this something  to voice out in   a country that has rolled out the drums to celebrate Democracy Day?  I remember a basic Read More…

Business Manufacturing

Experts emphasise collaboration for Nigeria’s manufacturing growth

During the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) Ikeja Branch public lecture in Lagos, experts highlighted the pivotal role of collaboration in fostering a robust manufacturing ecosystem and propelling industrialisation in Nigeria. Dr. Paul Alaje, a Chief Economist, underscored collaboration as pivotal in advancing the country’s industrialization. He emphasised the need for a holistic approach to Read More…